1. a male ruler of a country, typically one who inherits the position by right of birth
2. a person or thing regarded as the finest or most important in its sphere or group
3. the most important chess piece, which the opponent must capture to win the game
Usage: chess

1. to make someone king

Examples

• The king ruled the country for thirty years.
• Elvis Presley was known as the King of Rock and Roll.
• She moved her king to safety during the chess match.
• He drew the king of hearts from the deck.
• The people decided to king their chosen leader.
• The lion is often called the king of the jungle.
• The king’s castle stood on the hilltop.
• In checkers, you can king a piece by reaching the opposite end.